ESRD and Medicare Advantage
What makes Medicare Advantage different from other Medicare plans?
- Medicare Advantage plans may offer additional benefits—benefits that Original Medicare doesn’t cover.
- Many Medicare Advantage plans include prescription coverage which means you won't need a separate Medicare Part D prescription drug plan—which typically has its own monthly plan premium.
- With Medicare Advantage plans, you have one plan to manage—which means one insurance card.
- Medicare Advantage plans use networks similar to employer group health plans—so it’s important to make sure your doctors are in-network.
- Medicare Advantage plans are managed by private health insurance companies—Original Medicare is managed by the federal government.
Am I eligible for Medicare Advantage?
If you already have Medicare Part A and Part B, you can choose a Medicare Advantage plan that’s offered in your area. People with ESRD who are eligible for Medicare can choose a Medicare Advantage plan.
Get helpful answers to frequently asked questions
It’s important to consider all costs when figuring out which health plan is right for your needs. To make sure you’re choosing your right coverage, visit Medicare.gov, or talk to an independent licensed insurance agent for more information on Medicare Advantage.
Learn more about the benefits of Medicare Advantage
*This information is from eHealth, an insurance agency selling plans from many insurance companies. This information is not from the government.
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